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Whistler Real Estate Sales Statistics - Median Sale Price and Sold Listings from 2007-2012

The graphs below illustrate the Median Sale Price of Real Estate in Whistler, B.C ., based on property type and location. The green line indicates SOLD listings in the specific property criteria that year. Alpine Meadows Chalets As illustrated in the graph the median chalet sale price was down slightly in 2011 in Alpine Meadows. With listing inventory on a steady decline, it looks like prices in this criteria have seen the bottom and will increase through 2012. Alta Vista Chalets Because of the widespread of property types in Alta Vista, we see more of a spread from the low of 2007 to the high of 2009. This can be mainly attributed to the water front estates that sell in Alta Vista vs the sale of tear down cabins or vacant land. Bayshores Chalets It appears that we've seen the bottom of the chalet market in Bayshores as the median sale price has gone up by 12% from 2010 to 2011 . Black Tusk Chalets The graph illustrates a huge increase in median sale price from 2010 to 2011. ...

ARG Abbott Realty Group Broker Pulls Listing Syndication

What do you think? Jim Abbott with ARG Abbott Realtor Group doesn't agree with using syndicated listing services. See his video below: “ARG Abbott Realty Group Broker and President Jim Abbott explains why ARG listings will no longer be permitted on 3rd party syndicator sites such as trulia, zillow, and realtor.com” ( source )

Whistler Cay Townhouse in Eagle Ridge - REDUCED and PRICED to SELL!

Beautifully renovated Whistler Cay Townhouse within Walking Distance to Whistler Village. Property features all new kitchen with granite counter tops and new cabinets, all new appliances and Japanese Bamboo flooring throughout. Slate flooring in the bathroom and new fireplace and stonework in the living room. Huge deck to soak up the sun and BBQ in the summer. Four bedrooms and two baths make this property big enough for the whole family with plenty of room to spare! Use fill time or rent it out. Whistler Cay is one of Whistler's best neighbourhoods. Priced to sell at $668,000.00         Matthew Callaghan - REALTOR ® Sutton Group - West Coast Realty Office: (604) 935-3380 | Cell: (604) 966-8678 www.MatthewCallaghan.com      

Custom Made Whistler Chalet w/ Mountain and Lake Views - 5000 Sq. ft

  This centrally located mountain influenced contemporary home is the ultimate mix of luxury and privacy. With over 5000 square feet, it offers breathtaking mountain and lake views from every room. Custom designed to respect the natural landscape, while allowing for amazing lawn areas, gardens and a waterfall designed by an award winning landscape designer. The finishes include custom maple millwork throughout, imported tile from Italy and extensive use of stone quarried from the BC area. All bedrooms offer ensuite baths with the master bedroom/office/sitting area on it's own separate level. Perfect for families and entertaining with a custom Chef's kitchen and a state of the art media room and integrated Control 4 System.   Matthew Callaghan - REALTOR ® Sutton Group - West Coast Realty Office: (604) 935-3380 | Cell: (604) 966-8678 www.MatthewCallaghan.com      

BC Assessments and How they Work - How Much is Your Home Assessed For?

How BC Assessment assesses and values property in British Columbia, Canada.  Learn more at: http://www.bcassessment.ca/Pages/default.aspx

La Niña loves Whistler, which has received 17 feet of snow so far; another 10 inches of snowfall expected this week!

Whistler, B.C. – With the best snow conditions in North America, the resort of Whistler is seeing the business benefits of a La Niña winter – and it’s only January. While many resorts in North America are struggling with well-below average snow coverage, Whistler has received 17 feet of snowfall in the first two months of the winter season and boasts 8,171 skiable acres of terrain – more than any other destination in the United States and Canada. In fact, compared to major resorts in Colorado, Utah and California, Whistler has more than twice the amount of snow. Since Christmas Eve, more snow has fallen in Whistler (six feet) than major Californian resorts have received season to date. Last year the resort received more than 52 feet of snowfall, shattering the average annual accumulation of 34 feet, and La Niña is helping pave the way for a repeat performance this year. The first two months of Whistler Blackcomb’s 2011/ 2012 winter season have been excellent, with ...